The Zoological Society of Dublin was founded in the year 1830 and the first animals to find their home there came from the London Zoo. Today, Dublin Zoo houses more than 700 animals on an area of about 18 acres in the middle of Phoenix Park. If you plan on visiting Ireland, you should certainly go see the third-oldest zoo in the world, especially since there have been lots of innovations and additions when Dublin Zoo underwent extensive renovation.

Opening hours and pricing

The Dublin Zoo is open daily, except Christmas Day and St. Stephen's Day, from 9:30am. Closing times: From November to January at 4pm, in February at 5pm, in October at 5:30pm and from March to September at 6pm. Last admission is always one hour prior to closing.

Adults

€15,00

Children between 3 and 16 years

€10,50

Children under the age of 3

free

Students

€12,50

Seniors

€12,00

Disabled Adults

€8,70

Disabled Children

€5,50

Moreover, the zoo offers family tickets and there are also discounts for groups of 10 or more.Prices and opening hours are subject to change.

Dublin zoo
The Dublin Zoo is a must visit attraction in Dublin. Whether you have children, are newly married, or are grandparents this zoo is great.From memory entry is around €15 which is pretty okay because you'll be there at least 5 hours!